Graduate Certificate in Project Management

Please note: We are not accepting applications for this program at this time.

In most organizations, project managers steer the ship. Project managers must create clear and attainable project objectives, build project requirements, and manage project cost, time, and scope. At the end of the day, project managers are the professionals responsible for the accomplishment of stated goals.

The Graduate Certificate in Project Management is an M.S. alternative that will still deliver the skills and knowledge you need to lead complex projects in a variety of work settings. Curriculum begins by providing you with a deep and foundational understanding of business practices and philosophy. You’ll then cover the process of defining, implementing, and evaluating projects. In addition, the program highlights the specialized skills of quality control, risk management, and procurement and contracting. Curriculum also emphasizes communication techniques targeting both individuals and teams.

This course examines activities related to project planning and estimating. It examines the use of various planning techniques in managing budgets, schedules, and human/material resource allocations. Planning activities associated with quality, communications, risk, and procurement are addressed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

This course strengthens and deepens communication skills for technical professionals. Organization of information for multiple audiences and purposes is engaged for project managers and technologists. Students work hands-on with technological tools to document and present project outcomes. Professionalism in both oral and written communication is expected.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

Design and revise business/workplace documents for a specific audience and purpose.

This course examines various methods used to ensure the project meets the stakeholder needs for which it was undertaken, including quality planning, quality assurance, and quality control. It examines integration of project information including gathering requirements, integrating the project plan, reporting performance, and project closure.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

This course explores the basic principles and practices of risk management. Key concepts in managing uncertainty include developing a risk approach; and identifying, analyzing, responding to and monitoring risks in projects, programs, and portfolios.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

Determine the tolerance for uncertainty within an organization.

Identify potential problems and opportunities within a project.

Analyze the likelihood of the risk occurring and its impact.

Determine appropriate responses to significant risks.

Monitor and control risk events during projects.

Evaluate the traditions and practices in the field that are often accepted unquestioningly.